Her divine kunda is rarely attained – Verse Quoted by Indradyumna Swami “Of the many objects of favored delight and of all the lovable damsels of Vrajabhumi, Srimati Radharani is certainly the most treasured of Krsna’s love. And in every respect, Her divine kunda is rarely attained even by the great devotees; therefore it is […]
A Devotee’s lament – Verse Quoted by Indradyumna Swami “He who yearns to attain the sweetness of pure love in Vrindavan, but by destiny is forced to live elsewhere, laments and always remembers Vrindavan with its beautiful splendid groves where Radha and Krishna enjoy pastimes. He meditates on entering Vrindavan and thinks, ‘Now I am […]
How to relish chanting japa – Excerpted from Sri Harinama-Cintamani by Indradyumna Swami “Inattention arising from laziness prevents a person from relishing the nectar of the holy names while chanting japa. He is slow to chant and remember the holy names. Even after trying, he soon finds the effort unendurable and wants to sleep or […]
Developing attraction for the Holy Name – Excerpted from Sri Harinama-Cintamani by Indradyumna Swami “Another effective method for ridding oneself of apathy towards the holy name is to sit in a closed room alone and meditate on the name as did the previous sages. Or one can cover the head and face with a cloth […]
The form of Hari named ‘Govinda’ – Verse quoted by Indradyumna Swami “Smiling in His famous triple-crooked stance, His flute resting on the red twig of His lower lip, Brightened by the peacock feather on His crown, That is the form of Hari named ‘Govinda.’ He is not far from Kesi Ghat, my friend, But […]
What mantra have you given me? – Verse quoted by Indradyumna Swami “O Gurudeva! What mantra have you given me? What powers does it possess? As I chant this mantra, I feel that it is turning me into a madman.” [ Sri Caitanya Caritamrta, Adi-llia.7.81 ] Quoted by Indradyumna Swami on his facebook page on December 25, […]
Mahaprabhu’s special concession – Excerpted from Sri Tattva-Sandarbha by Indradyumna Swami “It is true that a mantra with names of God is effective only when received from a bone fide representative of God in disciplic succession through proper initiation. It is also true that in previous ages, out of fear of the adverse effects of […]
The mood of kirtan – Quoted by Indradyumna Swami aju gora nagara-kirtane sajiya calaye priya parikara sane “Surrounded by His dear devotees, Lord Gaura performs sankirtana in the city.” angera su-besha bhala shobhe nace nana bhangite bhubana-mana mohe “His well-dressed form is glorious. Dancing in many graceful ways, He charms the hearts of everyone in […]
A Prayer to Srila Prabhupada – Composed by Indradyumna Swami Thirty years ago, while reflecting on my duties as a young servant, I wrote the following offering to my spiritual master, Srila Prabhupada. Now in the twilight of my years, it remains my favorite prayer. *************************** This year, in wake of a disaster that claimed […]
The festival of pure love for Lord Hari – Verse quoted by Indradyumna Swami “The fortunate town of Navadvipa remains on the earth. The seashore remains. The city of Jagannatha Puri remains. The holy names of Lord Krsna remain. Alas! Alas! I do not see anywhere the same kind of festival of pure love for […]